Skip Navigation
Log in | Register | About Us | | Last Minute Specials! |Call 1-866-386-4168  
Detour, The Adventure Travel Marketplace - Galapagos Islands on the M/Y Samba

Galapagos Islands on the M/Y Samba

  5.0 (2 reviews)
From $1,754.00 Per Person

Overview

Itinerary

Dates & Prices

Customer Reviews

Details

Photos

Start city(s): Baltra Island, Galapagos
End city(s): Baltra Island, Galapagos
Trip length: 4 days, 8 days
Activities: Motor Boat, Snorkel, Wildlife Viewing, Sea Kayak
Destinations: Galapagos Islands, Galapagos Islands Travel
Min/Max group size: 1 - 14
Comfort: First Class
First Class
Difficulty: Easier
Easier
*Details may vary with dates. Select dates to see exact details.

detour Opinion:
Is this trip for me?

The Samba is a great economical option in the Galapagos, as it has one of the best itineraries of any yacht. Very few of the lower-priced boats make it to Isabela and Fernandina Islands---the Samba cruises to both of these islands to view penguins, tortoises, and whales and dolphins.

While the Samba is not a large or luxurious boat, Angermeyer Cruises is known for running great Galapagos trips with top naturalist guides!


...read customer reviews
...view photos

The Samba is a beautiful and graceful 78-foot steel-hulled motor-yacht, whose stabilizing sail offers a smooth ride. She offers a luxurious opportunity for small groups of 14 passengers on a full eight-day tour of the islands. She is comfortable and well laid-out, meaning you will have plenty of space to relax in your cabin and in the ample public areas. She is the perfect yacht to enhance the magical nature of a trip to the Galapagos!

All of the Samba's cabins are air conditioned and have private bathrooms, ensuring your comfort and privacy on the cruise. You will be able to enjoy the delicious meals onboard in the air conditioned indoor saloon or under Equatorial sun on the outdoor dining area astern. Like all the ships owned or promoted by Angermeyer Cruises (Andando Tours), she is also a graceful vessel, befitting the natural Galapagos milieu.

 This eight-day naturalist tour begins and ends on Baltra Island and includes a certified bilingual guide from start to finish. The Galapagos Islands are one of the world's richest underwater environments so it is fitting that snorkeling is one of the highlights of this tour. The small group of up to 14 passengers on the Samba will enjoy ample deck space and quality service while sailing through the stunning Galapagos Islands.

Highlights

Cruising on the Samba is always a friendly, family experience

Motor Yacht with 78-foot steel hull, 6 crew members, 7 double cabins, and 14 passenger capacity

She is spacious and has all the basic features

Air conditioned cabins with private bathrooms and hot water
...view more details

Abbreviated Itinerary

Day 1
AM Baltra Island – Arrival
PM Plazas Island.
Day 2
AM Charles Darwin Station - Santa Cruz Island.
PM Highlands- Santa Cruz Island.
Day 3
AM Gardner Bay - Española Island.
PM Punta Suarez - Española Island.
Day 4
AM Punta Cormorant - Floreana Island.
PM Post Office Bay - Floreana Island.
Day 5
AM Punta Moreno - Isabela Island.
PM Elizabeth Bay - Isabela Island.
Day 6
AM Urbina Bay - Isabela Island.
PM Punta Espinoza - Fernandina Island.
Day 7
AM Puerto Egas – Santiago Island.
PM Bartolomé Island.
Day 8
AM Black Turtle Cove – Santa Cruz Island /Baltra Island.
...see full itinerary

Trip Dates

The Samba sails on Tuesdays.
...view more details

Trip Options

Children (under 12 yrs)
2008 - $1,400
2009 - $1,600
...view more details

Complete Tour Package or a la Carte Trip

Why should I choose this trip? What makes it better (different) than other trips?

There is no one more in tune with the special magic of the Galapagos Islands and their secret melody than Angermeyer Cruises.

This 8 day trip does not include a stop at the airport mid-trip, which allows for more time visiting the islands without repetition.

...view more details

What kind of person will enjoy this trip?

Perfect for those looking for the quality and trust offered by a company that has over 40 years of experience, however doesn't mind spending time on a smaller boat and in a smaller cabin.


...view more details

Overview

Itinerary

Dates & Prices

Customer Reviews

Details

Photos

Detailed Itinerary

Operation Day Tuesday – TAME first flight(departure – arrival)

Day 1
AM Baltra Island – Arrival
PM Plazas Island.

Day 2
AM Charles Darwin Station - Santa Cruz Island.
PM Highlands- Santa Cruz Island.

Day 3
AM Gardner Bay - Española Island.
PM Punta Suarez - Española Island.

Day 4
AM Punta Cormorant - Floreana Island.
PM Post Office Bay - Floreana Island.

Day 5
AM Punta Moreno - Isabela Island.
PM Elizabeth Bay - Isabela Island.

Day 6
AM Urbina Bay - Isabela Island.
PM Punta Espinoza - Fernandina Island.

Day 7
AM Puerto Egas – Santiago Island.
PM Bartolomé Island.

Day 8
AM Black Turtle Cove – Santa Cruz Island /
Baltra Island.

Overview

Itinerary

Dates & Prices

Customer Reviews

Details

Photos

Trip Dates & Prices

Select a departure date Select departure

View trip details View Details & Availability

Additional Services


*Quito Package: 2 nights hotel accommodation as follows:

- 4 transfers in Quito
- 2 nights hotel accommodation in a first class hotel
- 2 buffet breakfast
- city tour

Price per person: $ 225.00 with a First class hotel.

*Quito Hotels:
Tourist class hotels:
Fuente de Piedra
Sierra Madre
Hotel Quito


First class hotels
Mercure Alameda
Eugenia
Patio Andaluz
La Rabida

Deluxe Hotels
Swissotel
Marriott
Hilton Colon

All of these hotels, except Patio Andaluz are located in the commercial area of the city at it will take you no more than 20 minutes to get to the airport. You have a lot of restaurants and shops near them. The hotel Quito is located in a hill where you can admire the valleys near the city as well as the city of Quito.

The Patio Andaluz is located in the colonial area of the city, downtown;
it will take you approximately 45 minutes to get to the airport.

*Guayaquil Hotels:

Tourist superior hotels:
Tangara
La Fontana

First class:
Continental
Four Points
Gran Hotel
Unipark
Ramada

Deluxe Hotels:
Oro Verde
Hilton Colon

*Transfers:
In Quito:
For 2 passengers with private car, bilingual guide and portage: $22.50 per person
For 2 passengers with transportation, transfer guide: $12.50 per person

In Guayaquil:
For 2 persons in private car with a bilingual guide: $22.00 per person


Request these additional services when you check availability above

What's Included

All lodging (7 nights) and meals as per the itinerary (From Lunch on Day 1 to Breakfast on Day 8). All transfers in the Galapagos---to and from the Baltra airport. Naturalist guide while on the Samba.

Not Included

Air tickets to and from Galapagos and transportation to and from the airport in Quito.
Galapagos National Park Entrance fee
Alcohol and bar beverages on board the ship.

Overview

Itinerary

Dates & Prices

Customer Reviews

Details

Photos

To review this trip please register or login (if already registered).

Overall Rating:

5.0
2 customer reviews
Destination:
5.0000 5.0
Activity:
5.0000 5.0
Equipment:
5.0000 5.0
Food:
5.0000 5.0
Guides & Service:
5.0000 5.0
Provider Rating: 4.9375
6 trip reviews
Equipment:
5.0000 5.0
Food:
5.0000 5.0
Guides & Service:
5.0000 5.0
Social & Environmental Responsibility:
4.7500 4.8
Trip Rating:
5
Destination:
5
Equipment:
5
Activity:
5
Food:
5
Guides & Service:
5

Fantastic cruise on the Samba

by kdeleeuw, Experienced, Jun 23, 2008

When you make a booking over the internet, there is always the risk that reality is not as nice as described in the brochure. But in our case we found that reality was actually much better than the description. We had an unbelievable trip. In the first place, the nature guide was excellent. Very knowledgeable, but also able to explain things very clearly. In addition, we found that the program and the timing of visiting islands was very well organised. All members of the crew were very professional and friendly. We had great meals. Overall a fantastic experience.

Trip Rating:
5
Destination:
5
Equipment:
5
Activity:
5
Food:
5
Guides & Service:
5

Our visit to the Galapagos

by Chris W., Minimal Experience, Jun 20, 2008

Every aspect of the tour exceeded our expectations. We found the Samba and her crew a very good escort to the islands. Every member of the crew was exceptional in his own field and we appreciated the care that was taken to ensure that we were well informed and well looked after at all times. The only aspect of the tour that was moderately difficult was the snorkelling and that was only due to our own inexperience. The guide was at hand to help us overcome any problems and make sure that we were able to enjoy looking at the underwater life around the islands.

Overview

Itinerary

Dates & Prices

Customer Reviews

Details

Photos

What's Included

What's Included

All lodging (7 nights) and meals as per the itinerary (From Lunch on Day 1 to Breakfast on Day 8). All transfers in the Galapagos---to and from the Baltra airport. Naturalist guide while on the Samba.

Not Included

Not Included

Air tickets to and from Galapagos and transportation to and from the airport in Quito.
Galapagos National Park Entrance fee
Alcohol and bar beverages on board the ship.

Transportation On Trip

Transportation Description

This is a 78-foot solid, steel-hulled motor - yacht (with stabilizing sail) -built in Holland . She is comfortable and well laid-out, offers good cabin and public - area accommodations, and has all the basic features that characterize the yachts we market.

Internal Flights Used for This Trip

TAME AIRLINE 191 DEPARTURE FROM QUITO AT 07:30 ARRIVING TO BALTRA AT 09:30

TAME AIRLINE 190 DEPARTURE FROM BALTRA AT 10:30 ARRIVING TO QUITO AT 14:30

Transportation Types

Motor Boat
Commercial Jet

Lodging - Accommodations

What are the accommodations like?

6 air-conditioned double cabins, each with private bathroom; and 1 air conditioned cabin with exterior shower and toilet.

Lodging Types

7 Nights Yacht

Average number of rooms in boat/lodge/hotel average

6-10

Lodging capacity (Average)

14

Details

Provider Social and Environmental Responsibility

Sustainability of Galapagos Islands

We in Andando Tours - Angermeyer Cruises recognize the importance of the sustainability of the Galapagos Islands, for this reason we strictly comply with the Galapagos National Park (GNP) requirements during our operations. In addition to this, we cooperate with the Galapagos Foundation, of which we are members, to recycle garbage in the Islands as well as taking to the continent what can not be recycled. But our main concern is directed to social responsibility projects, what we call "brown projects", related to the local people who are engaged in extraction activities or who are struggling economically. We try to integrate them to tourism activities that may help them to overcome her economical problems and at the same time preserve the environment. In doing this, we participate directly in the ASOGAL projects of social responsibility. The following are some of these programs:

In operation: Help to the Gravel Farmers Association, with feasibility studies, technological advice, operations funds (as advanced payments to contracts) to initiate an important project that supplies may tourism operators with 8 vegetables and fruits produced in Galapagos without the use of chemicals.

In execution: A feasibility study for the "Pearls of the Pacific" Bakers Cooperative to industrialize its plan in Galapagos. Also, help to several artisan associations in Galapagos to create a Museum-Store, so they can sell their products without the middleman and at the same time the tourists may enjoy of seeing them work and create their crafts. We are working on a catalogue to promote there crafts on board of our boats, and additionally, we buy from them our Christmas gifts and use their products to decorate our vessels.

In project: The creation of a Seamstress Cooperative to produce tablecloths and linens for boats and hotels. There is also a project with help of BID (Inter American Development Bank) and its FOMIN II, to create an accounting and administrative office that would help the forming cooperatives and the existing small business that may need their services. This office will have as staff local accountants that will be responsible for training new personnel.

In addition to all these programs, last year we donated the 25% of our income tax to build the Puerto Ayora Hospital. During this year we offered this 25% to be divided equally among three projects: Central University Campus, the construction of an embankment and day care center.

What special equipment will we use on this trip? Tell me about it.

Equipment: twin DAV diesel engines 220 HP, two generators each of 21 & 12.5KW for 110V & 220V A/C and 12V & 24V D/C, Furuno radar, GPS, VHS & SSB radios, 2 tenders with outboard motors, Color TV, video equipment.

Tell me about the guides on this trip

Licensed High Seas Captain, mate, cook, mechanic, 1 sailor, Multilingual National Park licensed naturalist guide III

Maximum Staff/Client Ratio

1 to 1

Maximum Guide/Client Ratio

1 to 11

Maximum Age

None

Weather

From month to month there are some differences in what you can see in the islands, however ,the differences in the experience itself are small,for example, from April to December you can see the waved albatrosses but not many sea turtles,the rainy season (December to May) is when land birds are mating and in the Dry season (June to November) sea birds have their mating season.
The average year-round temperature is 24°C

Yachts - Ships - Live Aboard Boats

Boat Length

73 feet

Travel Provider

Provider Name

Angermeyer Cruises

Why should I choose this provider?

There is one name that comes to mind when someone mentions the Galapagos Islands " Angermeyer "

Fiddi Angermeyer was born and raised in the Galapagos Islands learning his skills from his father Fritz, a boat builder and one of the first people to charter cruises in Galapagos. With over 30 years of experience in the charter business, Fiddi's appreciation of the Galapagos Islands and his knowledge of the sea can be matched only by few.

Angermeyer Cruises, with offices in Quito and Galapagos, has been formed with our customer in mind. Our sailing vessels s/s Mary Anne, S/S Sagitta, M/S Diamante, and M/S Sea Cloud have been arranged to meet the most demanding tastes, always taking into account the fact that because they are small to mid-size vessels, we are capable of offering our passengers a close experience with the Galapagos nature as a whole.

Our tour operator in Quito , Andando Tours, will take care of all the necessary arrangements such as reservations, ticket issuing, and mainland Ecuador programs, so as to facilitate your trip and optimize your time in our country, through personalized treatment.


In addition to our Galapagos and mainland services, we have set up a splendid restaurant in Puerto Ayora, Galapagos - the Angermeyer Point, where you can enjoy its fine cuisine at the best point of Academy bay.

We, at Angermeyer Cruises, are glad to have you on board!

Your Staff

Provider Policies

Terms and Conditions

Angermeyer Cruises General Terms and Conditions

The terms and conditions described here in apply to all services, voyages and land programs contracted with ANGERMEYER CRUISES and/or ANDANDO TOURS and/or its affiliates.

These general terms and conditions also apply to any third party services sold by ANGERMEYER CRUISES and/or ANDANDO TOURS and/or its affiliates.

The user of the services provided by ANGERMEYER CRUISES and/or ANDANDO TOURS and/or its affiliates must comply with the terms and conditions described here in and any update published in the www.angermeyercruises.com or www.andandotours.com websites under the section “GENERAL CONDITIONS,” which will supersede any others.

t is understood that the user of the services of ANGERMEYER CRUISES and/or ANDANDO TOURS and/or its affiliates declare to have read and understood this section and that he/ she explicitly accept these general conditions.

Prices:
The fares included in our price list are valid until December 31 of the year in which they were hired (i.e. 2006) and include only the services specified within them.

Some price exceptions during the low season and/or special discounts may apply.

ANGERMEYER CRUISES and/or ANDANDO TOURS and/or its affiliates reserve the right to change/modify the fares in case of events of high incidence to our costs, such as an increase in oil prices and/or significant fluctuations in taxes and/or substantial changes in labor conditions and, which are not under the control of ANGERMEYER CRUISES and/or ANDANDO TOURS and/or its affiliates.

In price quotations for special programs, and others, not published, ANGERMEYER CRUISES and/or ANDANDO TOURS and/or its affiliates will only recognize those given to the client in writing and will apply them only for the term stated in said quotation.

Medical Conditions:
Upon reservation of our services the customer must inform, in writing, of any special medical condition, temporary or permanent disability, physical disability and/or any preexistent illness that may require special attention or treatment. ANGERMEYER CRUISES and/or ANDANDO TOURS and/or its affiliates reserve the right to decline any reservation if it considers that the medical impediment could put the passenger at risk during the voyage.

ANGERMEYER CRUISES and/or ANDANDO TOURS and/or its affiliates will not be held responsible for any problem originating as a consequence of a medical condition and/or disability the passenger(s) may have during the cruise activities.

ANGERMEYER CRUISES and/or ANDANDO TOURS and/or affiliates holds civil responsibility and accident insurance for passengers in so far that they are using the services provided or sold by ANGERMEYER CRUISES and/or ANDANDO TOURS and/or its affiliates.

For this reason, we will not pay any medical expenses and thus is important that every passenger have his/her own medical insurance.

Services:
In case of ‘events of force majeure’, such as: changes in government regulations, passenger safety concerns, climate problems, disturbances, or any other situation(s) that may attempt against the well being of the passengers and/or their belongings and/or the complete fulfillment of our services, ANGERMEYER CRUISES and/or ANDANDO TOURS and/or its affiliates will provide a detailed explanation to its clients and, at the same time, will offer similar or equal alternatives, maintaining, as always, the same quality service.

The passenger is then entitled to choose between any of the alternatives offered, or request a reimbursement of his/her money with no additional compensation or fee, under the terms and conditions feasible to the company.

Itineraries:
Regular itineraries for our boats and/or extension programs and/or land services are published within our brochures and websites.

However, in the instance of ‘events of force majeure’ such as: changes in regulation enforced by the National Parks and/or the Government, climate changes, disturbances or any other situation that may threaten the physical safety of our passengers and/or their belongings, the itineraries published may be altered or changed trying, as much as possible, to keep the same number of visits to similar or equal places and maintaining the same quality in our service.

Additional costs generated due to these unexpected changes in the itinerary, caused by ’events of force majeure’ are not included. In this case, we will inform our passengers of these changes as quickly as the circumstances will allow us. If a major change is necessary, the passenger may decide between accepting the change by choosing any of the alternatives ANGERMEYER CRUISES and/or ANDANDO TOURS and/or its affiliates offers or may request a reimbursement of his/her money under the terms and conditions feasible to the company.

Complaints:
If any passenger is dissatisfied with the service given or sold by ANGERMEYER CRUISES and/or ANDANDO TOURS and/or its affiliates, he/she must communicate this matter to the guide in charge of the group, who will try to solve the problem immediately.

If the problem persists, the passenger must register it on our “comments card” and if he/she deems it necessary to receive an explanation [on the matter] from the operator, the claim must be placed in writing and handed to the company that sold the service in no later than 30 days after the voyage has concluded.

Insurance:
Descriptions of the insurance applicable to the tourist activities described in this contract are as follows:

Personal injury insurance for passengers of ANGERMEYER CRUISES and/or ANDANDO TOURS and/or its affiliates:
Accidental Death US$ 30,000.00 /person
Total and Permanent Disability US$ 30,000.00 /person
Medical Expenses US$ 3,000.00 /person_Ambulance US$ 150.00 /person

Extended civil responsibility insurance for passengers of the yachts “Saggita”, “Diamante” and “Mary Anne” (P&I) exists.
Insurance object: P&I - Protection and Compensation
Insured Amounts
US$ 100,000.00 per boat

Coverage:
+. Civil Responsibility resulting from the passenger transportation contract to refund payments for: damage to personal property, illness or death of any of the registered passengers, hospitals, medical or funeral services, or any other expenses incurred in relation to the accident, illness or death incurred during the contracted trip in the mentioned vessel.
+. Civil Responsibility extended to passengers that suffer a personal injury as consequence of an accident occurred within the vessel and during its course, including compensation for costs to send the passenger(s) to his/her final destination or to return to the port of boarding and the attention during his/her stay.
+. Civil Responsibility to cover damages to the passenger personal property, excluding the right to compensation for goods like cash money, checks and other negotiable papers, precious metal jewelry and invaluable art objects unless there is a specific contract, in writing, signed by the ship owner or shipcharter.
Special Conditions
+. There is no right to make claims related to items a, b and c of this section, unless the contract terms of the journey have been previously agreed upon by ANGERMEYER CRUISES and/or ANDANDO TOURS and/or its affiliates.
+. There is no right to Civil Responsibility compensation mentioned in items a, b and c of this section arising from the transportation of any passenger by air, with the exception that said Civil Responsibility occurred during the_repatriation by air of an injured or sick person after a casualty within our insured vessel.
+. There will be no right to claim of Civil Responsibility mentioned in items a, b and c when the passenger is on an excursion of the insured vessel under any of the following circumstances:
+. When a separate contract, taken by the policyholder, exists regardless of whether the holder, or any of his/her dependants, participates in said excursion.
+. When the policyholder, or any of his/her dependants have rejected the right to a claim against any subcontractor or third party regarding this excursion.
The insurance previously described, with its due coverage, represents all of the insurance ANGERMEYER CRUISES and/or ANDANDO TOURS and/or its affiliates have contracted. The passenger declares knowledge of this coverage and has agreed to it.

Personal Information Required
At least 15 days prior to departure it is important that the following passenger information is provided:
Complete First and Last Name, passport number, nationality (in case of minors provide a copy of the passport), native tongue, birth date, medical conditions, disabilities, special diets, medication(s), allergies, name and phone number of an emergency contact person and the name of the passenger’s hotel in continental Ecuador.

In the case where a passenger is not of average size (weight or height), this particular matter must be communicated to ANGERMEYER CRUISES and/or ANDANDO TOURS and/or its affiliates in order to take this matter into account and offer the passenger every facility possible.

Note: ANGERMEYER CRUISES and/or ANDANDO TOURS and/or affiliates will make its best effort to please passengers with their required diets; however, if this is not possible, we will notify the passengers in advance.

Payment and Cancelation Rules for Charters
Once a charter has been requested, we follow this procedure:
+. The booking will be valid once Andando Tours confirms it in writing, giving you a time limit for confirmation.
+. Once the reservation of the charter has been confirmed, you will have two weeks to send Andando Tours a 10% deposit to guarantee the booking. This deposit is not refundable if you cancel the full charter.
+. After the time limit date, Andando Tours reservation system will automatically cancel all bookings without confirmation or deposit.
+. 90 Days prior to the operation of the cruise, Andando Tours require a sales report. At this moment, and if the agency considers it suitable, Andando Tours may change the reservation from charter to FIT´s, with the clients previously confirmed, and paying only US$ 150 for each cancelled space.
+. Andando Tours require full payment 60 days before the operation of the cruise.
+. If the cancellation has been done within 60 days prior to the operation date, Andando Tours will charge the full payment of the cruise.
Payment and Cancelation Rules for Fit´s (for individual travellers)
Once an individual traveller has made a request, Andando Tours follows this procedure:
+. The booking will be valid once Andando Tours sends a written confirmation, giving you a time limit to confirm this space.
+. Andando Tours reservation system automatically cancels all overdue bookings.
+. Once the reservation has been confirmed, you have one week to send us a $600 per person deposit to reconfirm the booking.
+. Full payment is required 30 days prior to the cruise.
+. If a space is cancelled between the day of reconfirmation and 61 days prior to the cruise date, there will be a handling fee of US$150.00 per reservation.
+. If the cancellation is done between 60 and 31 days prior to the operation of the cruise, the full deposit will be charged as cancellation fee.
+. If the cancellation is done within 30 days of the operation date, we will charge the full amount of the cruise.

Overview

Itinerary

Dates & Prices

Customer Reviews

Details

Photos

Samba's dining room
Samba's dining room
Samba's dining room
Samba's dining room




Samba's stateroom
Samba's stateroom

RELATED TRIPS

$906.00
per person
The M/S Angelique is a tourist superior vessel with 8 cabins accommodating 16 passengers.  O... view trip